Angling Snow Plow and Box Pusher for Large Wheel Loaders

Modular Moldboard(s)

The snow blade is the backbone of the SnowDozer System. With that in mind, we build each moldboard as if it has to go into battle.

The modular design of the SnowDozer moldboard allows you to customize just the right size plow for the job – without the wait of an entirely custom plow!

High-strength, low alloy grade 50 steel is the standard for the moldboard skin showing that we care about the materials we use. Not only does that increase tensile strength over mild steel but helps reduce the effects of corrosion.

Baked on powder coat and primer at 400+ degrees safeguards all of the steel components and keeps the blade looking great for years. The standard blue and black two-tone finish that is so unique to KAGE is a long lasting, quality product by KAGE Innovation®.

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Trip Edge

The SnowDozer blade has split trip edges which safeguard from damage when encountering hidden obstacles. Trip edges trip back to clear obstacles such as curbs, and manhole covers. Due to the length of the SnowDozer moldboard, the trip edges are split – meaning one section of the cutting edge can trip independently from another. This helps prevent the cutting edge from twisting and damaging both the cutting edge and the moldboard.

The trip edges are a crucial feature for efficient plowing. You can’t tip-toe around things that you cannot see, that takes too much time. Let the trip edge be your ‘whiskers’ letting you know what is out there!

Both sections of the trip edge have 3/4 x 8” High Carbon steel cutting edges standard. KAGE sectional cutting edge – the AdvantEdge system is optional.

The standard cutting edges are common to the highway plow market, and the hole spacing is referred to as a “Standard Highway Punch”, so replacements are available most anywhere it snows; no need to stock custom edges or hardware for replacements!

The trip edge action is powered by compression spring packs. The springs keep the edge from false tripping while pushing, meaning you can scrape and push without tripping unnecessarily.

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Hydraulic System

The hydraulic system for the snow blade powers the plow left and right for up to 34-degree angle plowing using two 3” bore x 1.5” rod hydraulic cylinders.

If you are using it in combination with the SnowKAGE, it locks the box onto the plow hydraulically.

We, too, absolutely dread that ‘midnight maintenance’ so we had that in mind when we put this hydraulic system together. This resulted in standard preventative stuff like abrasion resistant cloth hose covering on all hoses, and a 2500 psi crossover relief valve standard.

The electric diverter valve is standard equipment with the system, which enables machines with only one auxiliary function to operate the hydro lock pins to lock the SnowKAGE on as well as the angle function of the plow. Just the flick of a switch is all you need to switch power from the angle cylinders to the lock pins.

You won’t have to think twice about the durability of the Deutsch® plugs, heavy duty 5/8” O.D. ‘trailer cable’, strain relief cord grip, or lighted solenoids that all make up this expert setup.

The standard valve operates on 24VDC, a 12VDC option is available.

 

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Angle Cylinders

Heavy duty 3″ Bore x 1.5″ Cylinders power the plow left and right 34 degrees.

Heavy duty knuckles keep the cylinders from binding as the plow oscillates.

 

 

 

 

 

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Wire Harness

The provided wire harness runs up into the cab, and has a Deutsch plug midstream to quickly disconnect the plow from the machine.

Alternatively, if you are running Cat brand machines, the 8-pin wire harness will plug directly into the auxiliary power supply and uses the OEM in cab auxiliary switch.

 

 

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Floating Quick Attach

The quick attach that couples the carrier (loader machine) to the plow has float built right into the ears. The lower pivot points rotate on 2 x 2″ diameter 1018 cold rolled pins, while the upper slots allow the plow to float up and down riding perfectly over humps and dropping into dips.

This floating system allows the operator to concentrate on driving, and not so much on the tilt or level that the plow is sitting at. Don’t worry, whenever you want positive down pressure, simply tip the attachment forward until the quick attach meets the end of the slots, and pushes into the plow frame. (see the options tab for a list of available quick attaches)

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3-Point Hitch Attachment

 

The 3-pt hitch attachment allows the SnowDozer to quickly hook up to front mounted 3-pt hitches on 300+ horsepower tractors.

 

 

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Plow Oscillation

The SnowDozer front end loader plow oscillates side to side to keep the cutting edges on the plowing surface at all times. The oscillation happens directly on the moldboard itself, so as the plow is hydraulically angled, the oscillation still operates as usual.

The bottom line is that no matter the plow angle, the oscillation will still perform as it should.

Another notable feature that is unique to the SnowDozer is our new oscillate control system, or OCS. This system uses two factory-pressurized (10 PSI) hydraulic rams to level the plow when it is elevated – for example during transport.  

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Throw Pitch

The 48” tall moldboard can be manually trimmed to adjust the snow throwing pitch, and attack angle of the cutting edge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Highway Punch Cutting Edges

The SnowDozer comes equipped with 8″ x 3/4″ thick 1084 High Carbon steel cutting edges. The cutting edges comply to the standard ‘Highway Punch’ mounting pattern, so no need for custom cutting edges. We really strive to make it easy for you, and if it’s easier for you to source cutting edges locally, do that. Otherwise you can purchase them directly from the factory, or one of our authorized dealers!

The SNOWKAGE Box

The SnowKAGE box is the genius behind the SnowDozer System. So simple yet so intuitive. It stands alone when not in use, but mates perfectly to the snow blade when needed in order to push huge amounts of snow out of the way.

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Tough Supports

Tough, triangulated supports mean that you can push this to the extreme with no breakdowns. Kage SnowDozer supports are made from high quality, durable steel and are designed to endure the heaviest snow without failing.

Keep in mind that this plow is also designed to handle the down pressure of payloaders weighing up to 50,000 lbs. When tackling jobs big enough to warrant this beast of a plow, you can’t afford to spend time fixing broken supports.

 

 

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Polyurethane Skids

The 2” thick polyurethane skids are gentle on curbs and other surfaces prone to damage. The steel formed parts that hold the skid are slotted for adjustment as the cutting edge of the plow becomes worn.

The 10” wide, ½” thick conveyor belt “snow catch” contours to the radius of the moldboard keeping the snow sealed within.

 

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Hydro Lock Pins

The Hydro Lock Pins drive out from each end of the plow hydraulically to engage the openings in the SnowKAGE.

Each opening is enlarged so that the SnowKage Box can float up and down, and tilt forward and backwards. This ensures that the SnowKage floats independently from the plow, and the cutting edges of the plow are in constant contact with the plowing surface!

You don’t have to worry about getting the perfect pitch adjustment – just drop and go!

 

Wheel Loader Attachments

 

Quick Attaches

The wheel loader hitch can accommodate most quick attaches found on wheel loaders and tractor loader backhoes.

The pivot frame of the plow remains the same, and the quick attach, particular to your make / model of machine merely pins on with 4, 2-inch pins.

Look closely and you will see that the blade will float up and down for uneven terrain. Down pressure? Sure, just ‘dump’ the quick attach with the curl function and it will bottom out, creating down pressure for back dragging or scraping ice!

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3 Point Hitch

The 3-point hitch provides a compact attachment, and full range of motion while keeping the plow as close to the machine as possible. Universal to any CAT II 3-point hitch, it can be used in combination with one of our Kage Under-Hitch Tractor Undercarriages, or any other brand.

 

 

 

 

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Screw-Type Couplers

Cat screw-type couplers are optional to replace the standard 1/2″ Body Flat Faced ISO 16028 couplers.

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12VDC Coils

Optionally choose the 12VDC coils instead of the standard 24VDC coils, if your machine has a 12VDC system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carbide Edge Life Extenders

Optional Carbide Edge Life Extenders can be bolted on to the center and ends of the trip edge, increasing the longevity of the cutting edges.

 

 

 

 

 

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AdvantEdge Sectional Cutting Edge

Optionally install the AdvantEdge Cutting Edge System onto your SnowDozer Blade for the cleanest scrape.

This sectional cutting edge will contour to wheel depressions and crowns as well as accommodate protruding manhole covers to ensure maximum scrape with minimum damage. It also reduces road noise and prevents uneven wear to the cutting edge as each 18” or 24” section floats and oscillates for constant contact and even pressure through its spring-loaded design.

 

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Curb Guards

 

Optional curb guard kit helps reduce wear to the trip edge. Clean curb lines are crucial, but don’t wear out your plow in the process! The curb guards are sold as a kit, and they are able to transpose so that you get double the wear.

 

 

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Under-Hitch

The Under-Hitch tractor undercarriage allows you to mount your SnowDozer system to any appropriately sized tractor by providing subframe support for the plow and offering a front three-point hitch.

Specifications

 

The Blade SD

The SNOWKAGE SD

Available Quick Attaches

 

Make / Model	Number
JRB 416	JRB416
JRB 418	JRB418
CAT IT28	CATIT28F-K
JCB 514	JCB514
JRB 418	JRB418
CAT IT38	CATIT38F-K
CAT FUSION	CATFUSION
JOHN DEERE WORKSITEPRO	JDWKSP
HYUNDAI	HL740TM
ACS	CALL
VOLVO	356-1
TEREX	TERSKI863

This snow plow buyers guide answers frequently asked questions about snow plows and pushers, including the SnowDozer, for large wheel loaders and tractors. KAGE is dedicated to providing you with resources need to create the better way for your business, including information and product solutions. This guide is designed to aid in the purchase process as well as how to make the most of your system in both use and maintenance. Click on the headlines below to learn more about that topic.

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